Originally Posted by
rpenmanparker
It isn't torque usually. It is improper bearing installation technique. It doesn't have to happen. Just install the bearings correctly using one of the proper Loctites and its corresponding primer.
This. Creaking is generally caused by movement of metal on metal. Eventually it will likely get worse.
My son had a bike shop get rid of his creak. Unfortunately when we tried to remove his bearings on the weekend they wouldn't come out. Not sure what the shop used but it was a little too strong.